

97 episodes
by A&D Media · English
I am Alberto, host of Thriving Minds, entrepreneur, Forbes 30 Under 30 and Sunday Times 100 founder. Most importantly, I’m a human figuring out life’s highs and lows, and I’m glad you’re here. This show helps you move towards your own version of success in business, career and personal life. Every Thursday I sit with world leading doctors, scientists, athletes, entrepreneurs and celebrities to uncover what it really takes to thrive. My promise to you is that every episode gives you something you can feel and something you can use, so that you can become the best version of yourself. If you want to grow in life, not just go through it, you’re in the right place. IG: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.zandi LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-zandi-ba0a54130 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Byatt (Trinity, London) explains how to build a restaurant that lasts 20 years—focusing on hard work, learning from failure, recruiting “51 percenters” (people who prioritize others’ happiness),…
28 May 2026 · 1h 29m · 40 chapters
Mind-body eating psychology—how food becomes emotionally coded, how to spot unhealthy patterns, and how to build sustainable habits (including guidance on fasting, “cheat meals,” and what “healthy”…
21 May 2026 · 1h 4m · 29 chapters
Sir Richard Harpin, founder of HomeServe (sold in 2023 for £4.1B), explains the “nine steps” behind building a $5.6B business, emphasizing copying proven models, pivoting via market research,…
14 May 2026 · 1h 28m · 32 chapters
How grief works in the mind and body, why there’s no “right” way to grieve, and six practical steps to heal from loss.
7 May 2026 · 1h 12m · 31 chapters
Viviane Paxinos discusses rebuilding after business failure, how to detach identity from work, and what makes media/content and monetization succeed (audience depth, storytelling, and attention).
30 Apr 2026 · 1h 4m · 26 chapters
How hostage-negotiation persuasion translates to everyday negotiations: listening from the first meeting, building trust/likability, staying authentic (not overly formal), and using active listening…
23 Apr 2026 · 1h 7m · 27 chapters
Oliver Cookson, founder of MyProtein, explains how he built the first major online sports-nutrition brand (“the Amazon of Protein”) without investors or debt, scaled via lean execution and marketing…
16 Apr 2026 · 56m · 25 chapters
Georgie Coleridge Cole, founder of UK lifestyle publisher SheerLuxe (launched as Sherlock’s in 2007), discusses building a digital publishing business through content, audience growth, and brand…
9 Apr 2026 · 1h 18m · 35 chapters
Dr Tim Spector argues that gut microbes function like a “virtual organ” that regulates metabolism, the nervous system (via the vagus nerve), and immunity.
2 Apr 2026 · 2h 4m · 51 chapters
Thom Elliot, co-founder of Pizza Pilgrims, explains how to build a restaurant brand from a street-food start, using execution, respect for suppliers/people, and relentless presence (markets,…
26 Mar 2026 · 1h 42m · 40 chapters
In this episode, Alberto Zandi interviews Martin Brooks, a renowned body language and communication expert.
19 Mar 2026 · 1h 26m · 41 chapters
In this episode of Thriving Minds, host Alberto Zandi interviews Dr.
12 Mar 2026 · 1h 23m · 37 chapters
In this episode, Alberto Zandi interviews Maria Hatzistefanis, founder and CEO of Rodial Group.
5 Mar 2026 · 54m · 25 chapters
The Truth About Loss That No One Teaches You!
26 Feb 2026 · 58m · 31 chapters
The Persuasion Expert: How to Persuade Anyone, Negotiate & Build Confidence
19 Feb 2026 · 1h 21m · 43 chapters
Colin Corby, Digital Detox Expert
12 Feb 2026 · 1h 11m · 32 chapters
In this episode, host Alberto Zandi interviews Gavin Stone, a former British intelligence officer with over two decades of experience in covert operations.
5 Feb 2026 · 1h 34m · 38 chapters
How to Wire Your Brain for Optimism Today
29 Jan 2026 · 1h 38m · 39 chapters
In this episode, Alberto Zandi speaks with Graham Davies, a leading communication expert in the UK.
22 Jan 2026 · 1h 13m · 32 chapters
In this episode, Alberto Zandi interviews Ronan Dunne, a prominent business leader known for his transformative roles in telecommunications and now as Chairman of Six Nations Rugby.
15 Jan 2026 · 1h 56m · 42 chapters
Longevity Doctor: This Daily Habit Will Increase Your Lifespan
8 Jan 2026 · 1h 55m · 55 chapters
Thriving Minds with Alberto Zandi
1 Jan 2026 · 1h 43m · 50 chapters
Leading Communication Expert: This speaking mistake makes people not pay attention! - Vinny Raval
25 Dec 2025 · 1h 33m
Boxing World Champion - Caroline Dubois: Use Fear and Doubt as Fuel to Win!
18 Dec 2025 · 1h 7m